EA Play
$5.99/mo. 100+ EA games + 10-hour trials
BEST FORSports game fans and EA franchise followers who want the cheapest entry point. At $5.99 per month, EA Play is the most affordable major game subscription and includes 10-hour full-game trials of every new EA release.
Reviewed by the Clientele Research Team · Last checked 1 month ago (2026-08-03)
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Library Size▼6.5/10
Value▼8/10
Day-One New Releases▼3/10
Platform Coverage▼7/10
Extras & Perks▼7/10
PROS
✓10-hour full game trials let you play the first 10 hours of every new EA title before deciding to buy.
✓Included free in both Xbox Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass. If you already subscribe to either, you have EA Play at no additional cost.
✓10% discount applies to all EA digital purchases, including full games, DLC, and Points packs, which can offset the subscription cost after even one purchase.
✓Offline mode works for up to 30 days after a game's last online launch through the EA App, per EA's help documentation.
CONS
✕Basic EA Play at $5.99 per month gives 10-hour trials only. Full day-one access requires EA Play Pro at $16.99 per month.
✕Library is limited to EA's catalog. The value depends entirely on how much you play EA's franchises.
✕Your membership is tied to whichever platform you joined on. Benefits, discounts, and your Play List don't transfer if you switch from PlayStation to Xbox, per EA's own FAQ.
✕Some older titles rotate out of the Play List. FC 24 left the service July 16, 2026, and Rebel Galaxy and Ghost of a Tale are scheduled to leave August 13, 2026.